2-3 leeks - trimmed and cleaned thoroughly. Leeks are grown in sandy soil and need to be washed well. Just use the white and pale green parts. Chop them quite fine.

6 or soYukon Gold potatoes - chopped

2 carrots - chopped

1/2 sweet onion - chopped

2 stalks carrots - chopped

salt and pepper to taste

1 tsp. thyme

4 Cups chicken stock

3 Tbsp. butter

1 Cup cubed cooked ham (optional)

Parsley for garnish

Melt butter in a large pot. Add the leeks, onions, carrots, and celery. Season with salt, pepper and thyme and sweat the veggies till softened. Pour in the chicken broth and add the chopped potatoes. Simmer till the potatoes and vegetables are soft and tender. Taste test for seasoning. Put some of the soup into the blender or use a hand blender to blend the soup slightly - leaving some chunks of potatoes and vegetables. Add in the cubed ham if using. Garnish with parsley and enjoy with some fresh baked bread or biscuits!

That soup looks delicious -- I will definitely make it soon ! I smiled when I read about your 'favourite day' --- It was a description of my favourite day as well ! And we have another thing in common .. an only child , a daughter. My 'wee' family now includes two teen granddaughters that fill my heart with love and joy .

LOL ! I just finished dinner, but reading your delicious recipes is making me hungry again. I am going to have to try them all very soon. Thanks for more great recipes with food I usually have in my pantry:)Hugs, Marg

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